Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
allenii
ID:
312098

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.O.Williams

Source:
wcs

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 29: 336 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311430



Common Names

  • Sobralia allenii
  • Allenii Sobralia
  • Sobralia


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Description

Sobralia allenii (also called 'Allen's Sobralia', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central America and northern South America. It grows in wet, shady forests at elevations of up to 1,000 meters. It has long, thin leaves and produces white, yellow, or pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Sobralia allenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Sobralia allenii are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sobralia allenii is a small shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Sobralia allenii

Sobralia allenii can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Sobralia allenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sobralia allenii?

Sobralia allenii

What is the common name of Sobralia allenii?

Allen's Sobralia

What is the natural habitat of Sobralia allenii?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

Species in the Sobralia genus

Sobralia allenii, Sobralia altissima, Sobralia amabilis, Sobralia anceps, Sobralia antioquiensis, Sobralia atropubescens, Sobralia augusta, Sobralia biflora, Sobralia bimaculata, Sobralia bletiae, Sobralia boliviensis, Sobralia calliantha, Sobralia callosa, Sobralia caloglossa, Sobralia candida, Sobralia carazoi, Sobralia cataractarum, Sobralia cattleya, Sobralia chatoensis, Sobralia chrysantha, Sobralia chrysoleuca, Sobralia chrysostoma, Sobralia ciliata, Sobralia crocea, Sobralia decora, Sobralia densifoliata, Sobralia dichotoma, Sobralia dissimilis, Sobralia dorbignyana, Sobralia doremiliae, Sobralia ecuadorana, Sobralia elisabethiae, Sobralia exilis, Sobralia fenzliana, Sobralia fimbriata, Sobralia fragrans, Sobralia fruticetorum, Sobralia galeottiana, Sobralia gentryi, Sobralia gloriosa, Sobralia granitica, Sobralia hagsateri, Sobralia hawkesii, Sobralia helleri, Sobralia herzogii, Sobralia hirta, Sobralia hoppii, Sobralia infundibuligera, Sobralia intermedia, Sobralia kermesina,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-192603: Based on the initial data import
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.